Orange Colored Butterfly Comparison & Identification
A large number of butterfly species feature orange coloration, markings and patterns. Identification is often difficult. Shown below are photographs of several common orange and gold butterflies to aid in identification.
Orange Butterfly Identification Chart
The identification chart below shows photographs of common orange-colored butterflies, comparing their colorations and markings.
More Orange Butterflies
Ruddy Daggerwing Butterfly |
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Ferris's Ruddy Cooper Butterfly |
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Variable Checkerspot Butterfly |
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Tawny Emperor Butterfly |
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Male Diana Fritillary Butterfly  |
Photo by and courtesy of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service |
Golden Hairstreak Butterfly |
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Hoary Comma Butterfly (dorsal view) |
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Arizona Metalmark Butterfly |
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List of Some Common Orange Butterflies
